Advances in medical technology in recent decades have made traumatic injuries easier to treat. Broken bones could once lead to a lifetime of pain and functional limitations. Most fractures now culminate in a full recovery.
Broken bones are among the most significant traumatic injuries that people might incur in a slip-and-fall scenario. People trying to stop a fall and those who strike nearby objects as they fall could easily break their bones. Given the likelihood of a full recovery, people may underestimate the potential long-term impacts of a slip-and-fall incident that causes a fracture.
Broken bones can be quite costly
Although a fracture is likely to respond well to treatment, the person with the broken bone may incur significant expenses before they regain full functionality. Even if the injured person makes a full recovery, a broken bone typically requires a minimum of six to eight weeks to heal.
Those who work demanding jobs, such as manufacturing or service professionals, may have to take time off work or may have to perform light-duty work until they recover. The loss or reduction of their income can cause financial strain.
The medical costs associated with a fracture can also be significant. Particularly in scenarios where an individual must undergo surgery due to a particularly severe fracture, the medical expenses from a slip-and-fall could add up to tens of thousands of dollars.
If there is reason to believe that negligence on the part of a property owner or business caused the incident, then the injured party may be able to request compensation. Filing a premises liability lawsuit can help people cover the cost of a broken bone after a slip-and-fall incident. A successful lawsuit could lead to compensation for lost wages, medical expenses and even property damage losses.
